Stepped microkeratome blade holder

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2011-04-12

2011-04-12

Ho, (Jackie) Tan-Uyen T (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter

Reexamination Certificate

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07922736

ABSTRACT:
A blade holder16includes a bottom surface18for attachment to a blade30. A top surface20interfaces with a drive-pin32of a microkeratome38. A drive slot22is formed in the top surface20for engagement with the drive-pin32for allowing oscillation of the blade holder16. A plurality of steps24are formed in the top surface20, and rise from the drive slot22toward at least one side26of the blade holder16.

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International Search Report (PCTISA/210) and Written Opinion (PCT/ISA/237) mailed on Jul. 11, 2008.

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